Stainless tie wire

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Dennis_Brown
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Stainless tie wire

Post by Dennis_Brown » Tue Dec 27, 2022 1:00 pm

What gauge is the stainless steel tie wire used on engine and transmission bolts? I know it must be dead soft for twisting and bending but i am wondering on the gauge or diameter.


Les Schubert
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Re: Stainless tie wire

Post by Les Schubert » Tue Dec 27, 2022 1:11 pm

I don’t use Stainless Steel wire. Just ordinary steel wire.

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Re: Stainless tie wire

Post by Humblej » Tue Dec 27, 2022 1:22 pm

I use .032 for smaller bolts, and .041 for larger.
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Re: Stainless tie wire

Post by Oldav8tor » Tue Dec 27, 2022 1:47 pm

Same as Jeff - I also have a pair of aircraft safety wire twist pliers. If you're not likely to use them a lot, Harbor Freight makes a cheap pair for $10.
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